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%u2022Check for evidence of suspicious activity. Perform aGoogle searchwith the name of the individual and include the words %u201cscam%u201d, %u201creview%u201d and %u201ccomplaint%u201d.%u2022Conduct a reverse-image search. A proactive safety measure is a reverse-image search, which could help confirm if profile photos are legitimate. For instructions on how to perform a search, follow thislink.%u2022Do not automatically trust someone with your personal identifiable information (PII). Scammers may try to gain access to PII through emotional appeals or monetary requests. For more information on data that is considered PII, please visit theVA Privacy website.%u2022Never send bank information or payment to %u201conline friends%u201d or others. Fraudsters may request monetary assistance for financial woes or to destroy photos or conversations. If you are being blackmailed, do not respond, andreport the incident.Are there resources available?If a Veteran is missing a VA benefits payment, identifies a discrepancy in payments, or finds suspicious activity with your direct deposit account, contact the VA immediately at 1-800-827-1000.return to topEducation ScamsThe Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) wants to ensure Veterans are informed when using their GI Bill benefits and make the besteducationdecisions during their academic years. We encourage Veterans and their beneficiaries to recognize the warning signs of education fraud and the best practices to avoid falling victim to a scam.What are some examples of education scams?Job Scams:Job Boards or Advertisementstargeting specific demographics may be misleading or fake and require personal information or money to get the job. You can find free, official information about federal jobs atUSAJOBS.gov,FedsHiresVets.gov,